The only female equestrian statue in Washington, D.C. is a 15th-century French heroine.

A terrace reminiscent of Rome's Spanish Steps is tucked away in a little park in Washington, D.C.

A beautifully rebuilt windmill from the 17th century, situated along the Amstel River.

The Cape of Good Hope is not quite as low as you can go on the African continent, but it's still geographically significant.

A small park honors the legendary Ukrainian poet.

Remnants of a wall built to separate Black residents of Hall's Hill from a newly built subdivision are a grim reminder of segregation in 20th-century Virginia.

This plaque celebrates the sister city relationship between Fredricksburg and Fréjus.

The only Civil War battle in Washington D.C. took place near this highest natural point in the city.

Washington's top-secret Cold War-era doomsday communications tower is located in a small neighborhood park.

One of three remaining theatres in the United States created in the Art Deco Mayan Revival style.

This miraculous well is said to heal the sick, grant wishes, and tell the future.

A gift from Japan, 17th-century lantern stands among the cherry trees at D.C.'s Tidal Basin.

The final resting place of many of New Jersey's most famous residents, including U.S. history's most in-vogue antagonist, Aaron Burr.

A whimsical, but often overlooked clock in Park Avenue.

Smoky, also known as "Yorkie Doodle Dandy," was a four-pound hero of World War II.

This spectacular public market has got meat, fish, vegetables, baked goods, and enough kielbasa for a lifetime.

Cleveland's giant "free" stamp is a nod to the Civil War, but was misinterpreted for years.

The only depiction of Abraham Lincoln holding a weapon, and the names of all 9,000 Cuyahoga veterans of the Civil War.

Funded by John D. Rockefeller, this is one of the earliest, and most beautiful, shopping arcades in America.

A dazzling display of lights and crystals.

This steamer is known as "The ship that built Cleveland."

This rowhouse doubles as one of the most photographed spots in the nation's capital.

A spectacular tribute to statesman and philanthropist Andrew Mellon.

This rare triple-jurisdiction drawbridge passes through Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C.